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SDSU Extension Swine Specialist Has Advice On Dealing With Backed Up Hogs

The COVID 19 pandemic has added stress to an already depressed ag economy including pork producers. With that, there’s been…

SD Governor Kristi Noem Warning of “Shocking” Tax Drop

While official tax reports won’t be available until May, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is giving early warning on some expected drastic drops

Nebraska Governor Pete Rickets Resists Call to “Open Up” the State

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts is rejecting a call from two state Senators to resume normal school and business activities right away

Yankton City Commission Passes “Safer at Home” Advisory

The Yankton City Commission passed a “Safer at Home” advisory this week.

Schools Reacting to Revenue Warning

Warnings from South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem of “shocking” sales tax numbers are being heard around the state.

Above Normal Run Off Expected Again in the Missouri River Basin

The Corps of Engineers is anticipating another year of above normal runoff in the Missouri River basin.

SD Governor Kristi Noem Updates Legislators on COVID-19

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem held a teleconference with legislators this week to update them on the state response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Food Bank Demand Rising Rapidly

ebraska food banks are seeing a rapid increase in those needing help.

SDSU Extension Specialist On Advice For Replacing DDGS In Cattle Rations

Cattle producers are being forced to look at alternative feed sources with the lack of DDGs being produced as ethanol…

Corn Executive Says Easing Of Pesticide Applicator License Rules Positive

Nebraska Department of Agriculture Director Steve Wellman has issued an order easing restrictions on pesticide applicators whose licenses are up…

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